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GOP Megadonor Who Sunk Millions into a DeSantis PAC Now Says No More: ‘I Don’t Know His Strategy’
As Ron DeSantis struggles to make headway with his 2024 presidential campaign, one of his biggest financial backers…
Governor DeSantis’ Crony’s Epic Fail: Scandalous Resignation Shakes Florida’s Ethics Commission!
A recent scandal in Florida has highlighted the perils of double-tasking when it comes to ethics. …
Bear Captured At Disney After Shutting Down Magic Kingdom
Rides were shut down at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom theme park Monday after a black…
The City of Lakeland has invested millions to support affordable housing but for every ten families that need affordable housing there are only three units available
If you’re looking for subsidized affordable housing in Lakeland, it may be years before you get…
CSX Brings Railroad Investigation and Safety Course to Tampa Area First Responders during National Rail Safety Week
WHAT: As part of Rail Safety Week (Sept. 18 – 24), CSX and Florida Operation Lifesaver will deliver free Railroad…
“A Haunting in Venice” – Movie Review
By Bob Garver “A Haunting in Venice” is director/star Kenneth Branagh’s third go-around as Agatha…
‘Chop shop’ busted
Two men have been arrested in connection with what deputies called a “chop shop” operation in…
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Homicide detectives solve the murder of 15-year-old Quashawn Burgess Jr.
After an extensive four-day-long around-the-clock investigation, PCSO Homicide detectives solved the murder of 15-year-old Quashawn Burgess,…
DAVID BAYHAN NAMED DIRECTOR OF WATER UTILITIES
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse is pleased to announce David Bayhan as Director of Water Utilities, effective…
Lakeland May Get A Dog Park
The Lakeland City Commission will vote Monday on a $283,000 contract to build a new dog…
Governor DeSantis in Hot Water: Faith Leaders Take on DeSantis Over Shocking Gun Violence Claims!
Several faith leaders and organizations in Florida are urging Governor Ron DeSantis to condemn gun violence…
A report shows nearly 123,000 Florida students have received private school vouchers this year
Nearly 123,000 new students have received private-school vouchers after state lawmakers this year passed a major…
FATAL CRASH INVOLVING A PEDESTRIAN
On Saturday, September 16, 2023, at approximately 2:27 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 3200 block…
6 Reasons Why Your Vote Matters Most In Local Elections
Does my vote make a difference? What does a local election decide? While there can be…
One dead one was critically injured in a crash between a motorcycle and bicycle overnight
An early-morning collision between a motorcycle and a bicycle has resulted in the death of one…
New Roundabout coming to Lakeland
Lakeland officials have to decide whether to spend $2.2 million to transform one of the city’s…
UAW strike at all 3 Detroit automakers a new tactic to squeeze companies for better pay
Nearly one in 10 of America’s unionized auto workers went on strike Friday to pressure Detroit’s…
Lakeland High School track coach arrested on charges of sexually assaulting 16-year-old
Detectives from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit arrested a Lakeland High School track…
A Dog Named Smoky – Lakeland Fire Department Mascot
#FlashbackFriday from Lakeland History & Culture Center: A Dog Named Smoky – Lakeland Fire Department Mascot…
INSTALLATION OF NEW SEWER LINES WILL IMPACT TRAFFIC ON GRIFFIN ROAD
WHO: Kamminga & Roodvets, Inc. WHAT: Installation of approximately 1,700 linear feet of 24” gravity sewer…
30-MINUTE SEVEN-LAYER SALAD
IngredientsA large head. Of lettuce, I rinsed it well, then I dried and chopped it.500 gr.Of…
Aaron Rodgers – life changes
By Dr. Glenn Mollette National football star Aaron Rodgers’s football career may be over, but maybe…
REPORT STREET LIGHT OUTAGES BEFORE HALLOWEEN
With trick-or-treating right around the corner, Lakeland Electric wants to make sure families can see clearly,…
Jesse Clark painting a mural in Lakeland
Photos by Thomas Hagerty The young man is Jesse Clark of Lakeland, a recent graduate of…
‘He had a heart as big as any superhero’: Family of Good Samaritan killed in Polk County hit-and-run seeks justice
“He had a heart as big as any superhero,” said Shelley Sanders. Sanders’ stepson, Brandon Sanders,…
The Florida Strawberry Festival announced today the theme for its 89th annual event – “Out of This World!”
“The sky’s the limit,” said Florida Strawberry Festival President Kyle Robinson. “Our board of directors, staff…
Florida corrections sergeant arrested for domestic violence battery in Polk County
A Florida correctional sergeant found himself on the other side of the law when deputies in Polk County arrested him…
Education advocates say FL needs more transparency on school vouchers
Nearly three dozen Florida education advocates and non-profits are demanding the state be more transparent about…
EMBRACE AN OLD REALITY
By Van Yandell Genesis 45: 7-8 “And God sent me before you to preserve for you…
Publix named one of best retail workplaces for 10th year in a row
Publix has been named one of the best retail workplaces for the 10th year in a…
Will Opening a Joint Account Affect My Disabled Father’s “SSI?”
I live in Michigan and my senior disabled father lives in rural Kentucky. His income is…
State Takes Aim at New COVID Booster
By Jim Saunders – The News Service of Florida Continuing a long-running clash with federal health…
Electric Vehicle Fee Proposed
By The News Service of Florida Florida electric vehicle owners would pay a registration fee aimed…